Baby Gorilla 1st Birthday Party at Port Lympne Wild Animal Park

by Admin on December 28, 2009

Baby Western Lowland Gorilla Louna celebrated his 1st birthday at Port Lympne Wild Animal Park in Kent today with a specially-made organic cake.

Baby Louna on FouFou's at Louna's 1st Birthday Party

Baby Louna on FouFou's at Louna's 1st Birthday Party

It was a double celebration for Louna, his family and the park as the baby gorilla was only recently re-introduced to his family after spending time in intensive care with severe gastroenteritis. Although vital for his recovery, Louna’s 8-day removal from the social group meant that he risked rejection on his return. Happily, Louna (pictured with his mother FouFou) has now been welcomed back into the group.

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